LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Captain Donald T. Swain upon the occa-
sion of his retirement after many distinguished years of service to the
New York State Police

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and honor
those distinguished officers and citizens who would devote themselves to
public service, demonstrating great courage and diligence in providing
for the care and welfare of the citizens of their communities and this
great Empire State; and
WHEREAS, Within every community of the State of New York there are
certain individuals who, by virtue of their commitment and dedication,
command the respect and admiration of their community for their exem-
plary contributions and service on behalf of others; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Captain Donald
T. Swain upon the occasion of his retirement after many distinguished
years of service to the New York State Police; this auspicious occasion
will be celebrated on Friday, May 7, 2010, at a retirement party to be
held in his honor at Belhurst Castle in Geneva, New York; and
WHEREAS, Retiring in April 2010, after a distinguished 32 year career
with the New York State Police, Captain Donald T. Swain served as a
Trooper, Sergeant, Lieutenant and Captain; he joined the New York State
Police in 1978 and was promoted to Captain on April 21, 1994; and
WHEREAS, Serving as the Troop E, Zone II Commander from September 22,
1994, until his retirement, Captain Donald T. Swain was responsible for
the replacement with modern facilities of five antiquated New York State
police stations and three satellite stations located within Seneca,
Wayne and Cayuga counties; and
WHEREAS, Born in Buffalo, New York, on April 3, 1955, Captain Donald
T. Swain graduated in 1973 from Grand Island High School; in 1975, he
received an Associate's degree in Conservation from Finger Lakes Commu-
nity College; he also received a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice
from SUNY Brockport in 1996, as well as a Master's degree in Public
Administration from the school in 2002; and
WHEREAS, In addition, Captain Donald T. Swain graduated from the FBI
Academy in Quantico, Virginia, in 1991, and has been inducted into the
National Criminal Justice Honor Society, Alpha Phi Sigma; and
WHEREAS, With Captain Donald T. Swain throughout his exemplary and
notable career with the New York State Police has been his wife, Susan,
who feels privileged to be a part of his life and rejoices in his
achievements; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those dedicated
public servants who unselfishly devote their lives to the preservation
of order and the protection of others are worthy and due full praise for
their commitment and noble endeavors; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor Captain Donald T. Swain upon the occasion of his retirement after
many distinguished years of service to the New York State Police; and be
it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Captain Donald T. Swain.